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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of A Grande Finale vs Crumb & Get It Cookie Co. including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $125,938 - $237,750 | $128,700 - $178,500 |
Franchise Fee | $35,000 - $60,000 | $30,000 |
Royalty Fee | 5%-6% | 6% |
Advertising Fee | 2% local 1% corp. | 2% |
Year Founded | 1999 | 2006 |
Year Franchised | 2007 | 2013 |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | -/- | Yes/Yes |
Start-up Costs | -/- | -/Yes |
Equipment | -/- | -/Yes |
Inventory | -/- | -/Yes |
Receivables | -/- | -/- |
Payroll | -/- | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | On-The-Job Training: 7 days Classroom Training: 7 days |
Support | - | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations |
Marketing | - | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates |
Operations | - | Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 8 - 10 |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
NO LONGER FRANCHISING
A Grande Finale Patisserie Franchise Owner
* Become part of a growing franchise with a proven operating system.
* Use of trademark, logo and photos.
* Decadent desserts and beverages made with quality ingredients and skill.
* Proprietary and proven recipes of our gourmet desserts and sauces. (If full patisserie is awarded)
* Complete Operations Manual.
* Assistance with site selection and lease negotiations.
* Comprehensive marketing and merchandising program.
* Outstanding training and ongoing franchise support to help you achieve your goals.
* Incredible branded product line with focus on keeping it exciting and delightful to our customers.
* Commitment from a Franchisor who is truly devoted to the success of every Franchise owner.
Crumb & Get It bakes and delivers made-to-order cookie creations, allowing customers to choose their dough and mix-ins. The custom cookies are baked fresh on the spot, and can also be delivered. The menu at owner Chris McMurray's original location in Radford, Va., also offers ice cream, cupcakes, and of course, milk to wash it all down.